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Leah B.
Tolono, IL
$11-16/hr • 3 yrs exp
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Hello! I have tons of experience over the last several years with not only my 6 nieces and nephews but with other families as well. I have experience with twins, special needs children, and children of all ages. Other experience include lifegaurding for 3 years. I have CPR and first aid training as I am a certified nursing...
5.0
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I have many years of experience and training working with children who have had various special needs, as well as other emotional and behavioral issues. I spent many years as a mentor and respite care provider for children who may have been abused, neglected, or going through other emotional needs and struggles.
5.0
"My children were in a program Matt worked at. He is amazing with the kids and my kids love him. Can't wait to hire him personally as I can't leave my son with just any babysitter."
Reviewed by Amy W.
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I started working with children during high school when I volunteered with children with special needs. I then went on to work in the Christ Church of Oak Brook Daycare as well as nannying for a wonderful family for a year, as well as short-term babysitting for multiple families. Over these 5 years working with kids ages 3...
5.0
"I interviewed Abby along with many other applicants and she definitely stood out in our selection process. She was extremely responsive with messages, on time for the interview, and answered my questions...
Reviewed by Katelyn S.
5.0
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I have worked with children ages pre-k through high school as a teacher, a tutor, and have also acted as Director of Education for school ages K-12 at a professional tutoring center. I am patient, active and sports oriented, and full of energy and joy. I have worked with students with focus issues, and students who have special...
5.0
"Brittney has been an absolute joy to have watching our boys! They love spending time with her! She is punctual and dependable. She does a lot of fun things with them. She also does some light housekeeping...
Reviewed by Lisa C.
5.0
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Hello! My name is Kristen! I'm 18 and just graduating from crystal lake south! I have a bunch of childcare experience from taking child development classes and preschool lab at my school. Some other fun facts:
>I have my license and a car
>GREAT with animals (I have a bunch)
>Meal prep as needed
> Tons of fun!!!!!!!
>I've taken...
4.6
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Hi my name is Matt and I'm a very fun, active, positive male role model with over 20 years of experience in childcare with children of all ages and abilities. Fully background checked, CPR and First Aid certified. Illinois credited childcare professional. Over the years I've worked for various summer day camps, schools,...
5.0
"My 2 boys have been through a lot and Matt has been amazing for them he is definitely a blessing in our family's life"
Reviewed by Rachel M.
Nyia N.
Champaign, IL
$15/hr • 6 yrs exp
3.7
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Hi, my name is Nyia but everyone calls me Ny. I am 21 years old and a senior in college. I have been working with children since I was 14 years old. I have 2 nieces and 2 nephews that I occasionally watch after. I plan to be an applied behavioral analysis for special needs children so I guess you can say that working with...
5.0
"She's a very loving person to my kids. She helped my son who struggled with reading. He is now not nervous to read out loud in class, with my daughter she has helped her with her self esteem and not being shy....
Reviewed by Nora F.
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Hello! My name is Rachel and I am a 23-year-old senior in college majoring in Psychology and Communication graduating in May. I will be in town for the summer and am looking for babysitting/nannying opportunities! I have over 10 years in childcare, beginning as a mother's helper when I was 11. My childcare experience includes...
Sydney D.
Champaign, IL
$15/hr • 1 yrs exp
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Hi! My name is Sydney, I study health sciences at UIUC while working towards a bachelors in nursing. I would consider myself to be a patient, organized, and fun individual, and often spend my free time watching movies, baking, reading, and going on walks. I own my own car and have experience in babysitting young children, teens,...
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I have over 20 years of experience working with infants and children including raising 3 of my own, one of whom is special needs. I am a certified Waldorf teacher with direct Montessori experience as well who believes in play based learning and a high level of creative expression. Children learn best through doing and I love to...
Chloe S.
Urbana, IL
$11-16/hr
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Hello! I am 19 years old and attend University. I am majoring in Special Education Deaf and Hard of Hearing. I worked as an After School counselor last year and a summer camp counselor over the summer. The three summers prior I was a summer nanny for two children. I will only be home from school over winter break, which is a...
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I'd describe my personality as fun, intuitive, and caring.
I like working with kids because it provides an outlet for my desire to nurture things!
I started working with kids when I was 10 years old. I used to babysit my younger siblings and cousins. I have worked at 2 daycares in Champaign. I have a lot of experience working...
5.0
"We hired Deja to care for our 5-year-old daughter for several full days when school was not in session. Deja is very kind and professional. She found ways to keep our daughter active throughout the day. We have...
Reviewed by Jessica R.
Shareatha C.
Champaign, IL
$15-20/hr • 8 yrs exp
Compassionate Caregiver For Special Needs, Dedicated To Enriching Lives
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Im a passionate caregiver with eight years of experience working with disabled children. From my time as a teacher's aide in special education to my current role as a caregiver for special needs individuals, my love for this work has only grown stronger.
With deep empathy and understanding, I strive to create a nurturing...
Danna H.
Urbana, IL
$13-18/hr • 10 yrs exp
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Hello I am a certified nurse aid, have been for over 20 years. I'm up to date with my Covid and Flu shots, I'm healthy, I'm dependent able, I own my own suv, I get along with others very well, I really think I have done it all when it comes to elderly home care, I love what I do and who I am,
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I have 1 year of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Laundry. I'm 18 and currently a student. I'm working towards my degree in education and currently work as a server . I'm love working with kids. I've babysat multiple children before, including those with special needs. I'm also a big history geek!
Kathryne B.
Champaign, IL
$11-16/hr • 2 yrs exp
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I work as a special education teacher in town. I have worked 5 summers at a summer camp with kids with special needs ages 5-21. I have also worked at a daycare for two years for children 0-2.
Zainab S.
Champaign, IL
$10-15/hr
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I grew up with a younger brother with who has autism, ADHD and a severe learning disability. He also faced developmental and speech delays growing up. I have also worked with family friends' children who have autism and learning disabilities and am experienced with providing care for them.
Furthermore, I was a psychology major...
Addison M.
Champaign, IL
$13-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
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I have 6 years of experience. I can help with just about anything needed. I have experience with overnight nannying and regular babysitting. I have had a job for the past 2 years consisting of childhood supervision. I spent some time helping with remote learning and also did a travel summer camp for the past 2 years. I was a...
Sydney R.
Champaign, IL
$17-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
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Hi I am Sydney! I am a student at the University of Illinois studying Animal Sciences. I am compassionate, friendly, responsible, and will be a perfect match to care for your children! I have a deep passion to care for both animals and children. I have experience babysitting since I was in high school up to now. My parents are a...
5.0
"Sydney babysits our youngest son one afternoon a week after pre-school so that his mom and I can work. She is an extremely loving and energetic person who is always up for whatever games that he wants to play!...
Reviewed by Adam R.
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Hello!
I am looking to help you and your family. I have a love for children with special needs. I am currently teaching a self contained special education class on the east side of Indy, but would love to expand my heart to you as well!
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Tolono, IL
Matt L.
5.0
My children were in a program Matt worked at. He is amazing with the kids and my kids love him. Can't wait to hire him personally as I can't leave my son with just any babysitter.
- Amy W.
Abigail N.
5.0
I interviewed Abby along with many other applicants and she definitely stood out in our selection process. She was extremely responsive with messages, on time for the interview, and answered my questions professionally. She was sweet, caring, and interacted great with my bug loving child who put a...
- Katelyn S.
Brittney C.
5.0
Brittney has been an absolute joy to have watching our boys! They love spending time with her! She is punctual and dependable. She does a lot of fun things with them. She also does some light housekeeping which is so very helpful to me. Hoping it will work out for her to be our summer nanny next...
- Lisa C.
Matt L.
5.0
My 2 boys have been through a lot and Matt has been amazing for them he is definitely a blessing in our family's life
- Rachel M.
Nyia N.
5.0
She always does a good job and cleans up
- Myia W.
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